Leon Marco Cuatro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Leon marco cuatro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 20 N,42 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.333333
  • Longitude: -42.666667
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEON MARCO CUATRO
Type stern trawler
Flag ES
Length 65.8 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 999
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.8.76 VESSEL SANK IN 422000N, 424000W APPROX. (LL 4.8.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Circumstances of loss

6.3.76 BUILT 1968, WAS SERIOUSLY DAMAGED BY FIRE WHEN IN THE ST PIERRE AREA OFF S COAST OF NEWFOUNDLAND ON 6.3.76. WAS TEMPORARILY REPAIRED BUT SANK WHILST UNDER TOW IN THE ATLANTIC DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PESQUERIAS LEON MARCO. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LEON MARCO CUATRO wreck located?

The LEON MARCO CUATRO wreck is located at coordinates 42 20 N,42 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEON MARCO CUATRO?

The seabed around the LEON MARCO CUATRO lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the LEON MARCO CUATRO sink?

The LEON MARCO CUATRO sank on Apr 22, 1976.

When was the wreck of the LEON MARCO CUATRO discovered?

The wreck of the LEON MARCO CUATRO was discovered in 1976.

What country did the LEON MARCO CUATRO belong to?

The LEON MARCO CUATRO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the LEON MARCO CUATRO?

The LEON MARCO CUATRO had a tonnage of 999 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEON MARCO CUATRO?

The LEON MARCO CUATRO is classified as a stern trawler.

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